#24
Tanner Mintz
Returning to Kent State for 2026
R-Jr. · Akron, Ohio → Archbishop Hoban HS
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Tanner Mintz
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How he plays
2026 Outlook
Kent State
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Linebacker · Kent State
Returning around him
- 11% of 2024 offensive production back (Heavy turnover)
- Transfer portal: -4 net (11 in / 15 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Kent State · Last season: 5-7 · Talent rank #128 · 2026 recruiting class #120
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #14633
Peaked at #14633 this season.
Background
2025 (Freshman) Saw action in 4 games during the 2025 season Played against Oklahoma, Toledo, Akron, and Central Michigan Prior to Kent State Tallied 162 tackles, 29 tackles for a loss, 13 sacks and three interceptions Earned All-District honors